German budget airline Eurowings is to launch a new direct service connecting Glasgow and Munich from March 2017.

The airline, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group, said the twice weekly service – Wednesdays and Fridays – will operate year round.

Lufthansa will also continue to operates its seasonal Saturday flight to Munich from Glasgow from June to September.

Francois Bourienne, commercial director at Glasgow Airport, said: “We have enjoyed real success in strengthening our connectivity with key European cities, all of which have generated significant demand from passengers.

“This introduction of Eurowings’ direct service to Munich is fantastic news for Glasgow and for our passengers.

“Not only will it result in a regular twice weekly service to one of the wealthiest regions in Europe, our passengers will have access to the extensive onward connectivity offered by the Lufthansa network.”

Councillor Frank McAveety, the Leader of Glasgow City Council, added: “Glasgow is open for business and open to visitors and we have worked hard to further increase our connectivity with the world.

“Munich is a fantastic city and a key hub and I’m delighted that at a time of great uncertainty, we’re further strengthening our ties with our European neighbours.”